I removed the top from my power steering reservoir in
order to put in some Lucas Power Steering Stop
Leak fluid. Joel, the builder of the cars said
that this stuff was great, and would stop the moaning and
groaning and smooth out the system.

My power steering
didn't really LEAK, but there was some sign of moisture
on the unit itself, and it did groan sometimes. The
product worked great and the steering FELT smoother too.

So, I removed the cover so I could scoop out some
fluid to make room for the stop-leak. Under the level of
the fluid was the device you see above. I had not been
able to see the filter because of the fluid, but there it
is. You turn the T handle to unscrew the piece, which
spring-loads the filter into place

Remember, these reservoirs were originally for a FORK
LIFT, and the filter had the markings on it: Purelator
Type P176 38948 -- I did not see that item on the
Purelator website, nor did I try NAPA for a replacement.
I was (as usual) in a big rush so I just put the filter
back in.

In 2015 I got an email that the filter for the power steering reservoir
for car VIN 1458 could be found in NAPA part # 1430 - I assume it
would be the same part as pictured above from my old ca VIN 1254.

This screw goes down the center of the filter and the
spring compresses as you push down to get the threads to
catch. Please email
and let me know if you find a source of filters.